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FL S1064

Joint Resolution

Status

Failed

4/30/2010

Primary Sponsor

Carey Baker

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Origin

Senate

2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes creation of Section 19 of Article VII of the State Constitution to permanently prohibit sales tax on food and medical products
  • Exempts sale of food and food ingredients for human consumption from sales tax, except for prepared food, vending machine sales, tobacco, alcoholic beverages, dietary supplements, soft drinks, and candy
  • Exempts drugs, mobility-enhancing equipment, prosthetic devices, and durable medical equipment dispensed by prescription and intended for human use from sales tax
  • Requires the Legislature to define terms and implement the amendment by law with an effective date of July 1, 2011, or earlier
  • Directs the proposed amendment to be submitted to Florida voters for approval or rejection at the next general election or earlier special election

Legislative Description

Permanent Sales Tax Exemptions [WPSC]

Last Action

Died in Committee on Commerce

4/30/2010

Committee Referrals

Commerce1/20/2010

Full Bill Text

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